[cnc]

So on my 73 which has the wood grain dash there is the section on the right Side where the reardefrost switch and possibly other switche were/are

My car has no rear defrost And I have replaced my original non ac insert with a ralley gauge cluster since I converted to ralley gauges

So now I have this open hole in the dash....is there a insert to cover the hole .likethe cars that had the switches ( I have no switches ) or do I need to make something up by cutting up a damaged wood grain insert.....thanks Chris

[necdb3]

There is a wood grain block off plate if you don't have switches.

[cnc]

Originally Posted by necdb3

There is a wood grain block off plate if you don't have switches.

Where Are they available ...I've seen the Trans am swirl insert but not wood grain...

[necdb3]

I don't see anyone that sells it new. Maybe post it in the "parts wanted" section here on the board.

Dave

[cnc]

Thanks Dave

[A Schab]

I'll be in the area where I got the motor mounts for you next weekend,there is still a lot of early birds there. I will check for you if you want me to.

[cnc]

That would be great even a insert that's beat up cheap .....like $25ish and cut a piece out for me .now can that happen not sure....... how confident do u feel about matchin it up..is the real issue....lol......
I wish I could send u a piece to take to match .....Chris

[cnc]

The original panel that was in the car that area is blocked off as part of the dash insert
So are they available as a stand alone block off plate like this but in the wood grain....????

[cnc]

Originally Posted by A Schab

I'll be in the area where I got the motor mounts for you next weekend,there is still a lot of early birds there. I will check for you if you want me to.

I think I might be into actually cutting a section from a bezel...but not sure....

[cnc]

Original dash

[Formulabruce]

I have a plate for the Correct '73 woodgrain with one factory switch hole ( the right side rear defrost/fog) '73 and '74 are all alone in the color and grain. You will not find a blank back fill panel as you see they come with a solid panel there.
PS, going to sell your old bezel? I would be interested.

[cnc]

Hey Formulabruce
I didn't think I had ever seen a removable block off plate in the wood grain......
Unfortunately I don't have a need for a panel with a switch cut out....
Looks like I will have to get an old insert and cut one up ...OR I have been told the Cherry oak is very close I am currently checking into 3m for some samples..and then make my own plate if need be
Norwalk is coming too...so might find a bezel there to cut....

As for my old Bezel..... for right now I'm kinda wanting to hang onto it......for now.....
thanks for trying to help.....Chris

[transam1972]

are both of the pictured dash bezels 1973?..as I do not understand...1973 is that the first year for real black bezels on the Formula and others??..what years use the test -tube tinder that rolls onto the bezels??..CNC keep looking and you will find the correct part..I would rather you use the one FORMULABRUCE has and I will send you a new defog switch to put in place till you do find the part (please do not harm any bezels)

[Formulabruce]

Glenn, Finding a wrecked 73-74 bezel with correct woodgrain and cutting out, or "making" this part with a solid piece of that Bezel should be pretty easy.

[cnc]

Originally Posted by transam1972

are both of the pictured dash bezels 1973?..as I do not understand...1973 is that the first year for real black bezels on the Formula and others??..what years use the test -tube tinder that rolls onto the bezels??..CNC keep looking and you will find the correct part..I would rather you use the one FORMULABRUCE has and I will send you a new defog switch to put in place till you do find the part (please do not harm any bezels)

yes both bezels I pictured I am to believe are 73 the car I have is/was pretty original...

I really dont want to buy a plate, borrow a switch till i get what I want
Last resort is finding a bezel and cutting..... if I was that desperate i would have cut up my mint one ...but Im not gonna do something that stupid either......Im currently looking to match something up...im frugal too....lol

Ive been driving for a year like this so its not a big deal...
Im just keeping an eye out and if something comes up it does if not...keep looking

[cnc]

Formulabruce if I decide to sell u have first dibs...

[transam1972]

who said borrow?...sell it on E BAY and get the part you need (but please DO NOT cut up any 1973 WOODGRAIN BEZELS AS THEY NO LONGER MAKE THEM...sorry, I am just trying to fit in...actually have you checked the woodgrain floor tile at Lowes or the DEPOT??..OR BETTER YET, YOU COULD MAKE A PLATE OUT OF REAL WOOD AND STAIN IT TO THE CORRECT COLOR...please feel free to steal my ideas...meanwhile,..I am checking E BAY for that part..wish me luck

[cnc]

[QUOTE=transam1972;5394263]who said borrow?...sell it on E BAY and get the part you need (but please DO NOT cut up any 1973 WOODGRAIN BEZELS AS THEY NO LONGER MAKE THEM...sorry, I am just trying to fit in...actually have you checked the woodgrain floor tile at Lowes or the DEPOT??..OR BETTER YET, YOU COULD MAKE A PLATE OUT OF REAL WOOD AND STAIN IT TO THE CORRECT COLOR...please feel free to steal my ideas...meanwhile,..I am checking E BAY for that part..wish me luck

Hahaha....good luck on your search as I too just talked with someone about some vinyl to try to match the bezel.....don't worry...I won't hack up a known good bezel.....😀

[Held for Ransom]

Chris, let me know if you find the correct wood grain name.

[FASTASSBIRD]

I think I have one I can measure next week if you want. I will post pics of it when I get home. It's a solid wood grain block off plate. May be from a 71 or 72 however. Don't know how to tell the difference